Don’t Let Overinflated Commercial Property Valuations Hurt Your Business
Whether you own a single commercial property or a multi-property portfolio, there’s one undeniable truth: You’re overpaying on commercial property taxes. Lane Property Tax Advocates fights on your behalf to rein in overinflated commercial property valuations brought on by imperfect mass appraisal systems — and ensure you’re only paying what’s fair.
Lane’s experts are on your side and ready to guide you through every stage of a protest. From initial filing and information gathering, to representation through formal and informal hearings, and into arbitration or litigation proceedings if needed, Lane has every detail covered — and won’t stop fighting until your valuation is lower. With decades of firsthand experience, in-depth legal knowledge and relationships we can leverage with county appraisal districts (CADs) far and wide, Lane is here to save you money and unburden your business.
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What Goes into a Commercial Property Tax Protest?
Lane leads the way through what can be a months-long process, saving your clients time, headaches and money.
January 31st*
Payment of property taxes from the prior year is due.
February
County Appraisal Districts (CADs) start releasing notice values for properties.
February - May
Property Information Requests are due to your agent. The team reviews property information, tax statements and other evidence to build a case.
April 15th
Business Personal Property (BPP) renditions are due.
May 15th
All commercial property tax protests are due.
May - August
Informal and formal hearings with the CAD begin.
August - December
Arbitration and litigation may take place if you do not agree with the value in the formal ARB hearing.
*Or 30 days after notice.
Why Work with Lane?
Our tax pros have the time, market knowledge and firsthand experience needed to protest clients’ overinflated commercial property taxes — and protest them well.
Information Gathering
Valuation & Assessment Analysis
Preparation & Filing of Renditions, Appeals, Corrections & Exemptions
Appraisal District Correspondence
Representation Through Formal & Informal Hearings
Representation Through Arbitration or Litigation, if Needed
How Can Lane Property Tax Advocates Help?
Lane is serious about our promise to unburden your business. We take the time-consuming task of property tax protests off commercial building owners’ plates, putting our knowledge and experience to work to lower unfair valuations. We handle every detail so you — and your clients — can return focus to managing your commercial properties and running your business.
100+
years of combined real estate experience
75%
of property values are corrected when represented by a property tax firm
20%*
average reduction in property values for Lane clients
*Disclaimer: Data as of March 1, 2023; Data does not include litigation or arbitration reductions or values.
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“Lane is extremely helpful, and every year they help us get a ton of money back. Their process is simple and user-friendly. We also appreciate that they figure out exactly what they need and either request it from us or get the information on their own. The team is efficient and professional, which is helpful so we can focus on our jobs. It’s also nice to have confidence in the team. We know they’re on top of their game and they do what it takes to save us more money.”
— Lexie Doehring
“I chose Lane Property Tax Advocates because of their knowledge of my industry — RV resorts. In the past, they’ve also done many appraisals for me, so choosing them was an extremely easy decision. They’re great at keeping me informed as to what’s going on and they’ve positively impacted my business by successfully negotiating my property taxes. I’d recommend Lane to other business owners because they’re very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. And they follow up with me every year, which is helpful.”
— Craig Turner
Ready to Unburden Your Business?
Lane Property Tax Advocates has been helping commercial property tax owners across Texas reduce their tax burden for more than 15 years — and we can help you, too.